SSC CGL Apply Online 2026: Registration Link, Exam Date for 12,256 Posts

The Staff Selection Commission is now accepting online applications for the SSC CGL 2026 Exam, covering 12,256 Group B and C vacancies. Candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the official portal at www.ssc.gov.in or via the direct link provided below. Find essential details, including step-by-step instructions, exam dates, and fee structures, in this guide. 

SSC CGL Apply Online 2026

Candidates aspiring to qualify for the SSC CGL 2026 Exam must submit their application forms by the deadline of 22nd June 2026 (11:00 PM). Only applications submitted through the official website, www.ssc.gov.in, by eligible candidates will be accepted; submissions via other channels will be disqualified. 

SSC CGL Application Form 2026 Dates

Review the critical dates for the SSC CGL 2026 online application process below:

Activities	Dates
SSC CGL Notification & Apply Online Starts	21st May 2026
SSC CGL Apply Online Dates	21st May 2026
Last Date for online fee payment	22nd June 2026 (11 pm)
The window for Application Form Correction	29th June to 1st July 2026 (23:00 hours)
SSC CGL Exam Date 2026	August-September 2026

SSC CGL Apply Online 2026 Link

Registration for the SSC CGL 2026 exam is now live at the official website, www.ssc.gov.in. With the official notification released, we have provided a direct, verified link below to simplify your SSC CGL application process.

SSC CGL Apply Online 2026 Link (Active) - Click Here

SSC CGL 2026 Official Notification: 12,256 Vacancies Announced - Click to Check

SSC CGL Application Fee 2026

Candidates can pay the mandatory SSC CGL 2026 application fee of Rs. 100/- via secure online modes, including BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay credit and debit cards. Category-wise fee details are outlined in the official notification section below.

Category	Application Fee
General/ OBC	Rs. 100
Female, SC, ST, PwD, & Ex-Servicemen	Nil

Steps for SSC CGL 2026 Apply Online

The SSC CGL application process must be completed exclusively online via the official SSC portal at https://ssc.gov.in or through the 'My SSC' mobile application available on the Google Play Store.

To register and appear for the SSC CGL 2026 exam, follow these essential steps to ensure your online registration is successful:

The online application process for the SSC CGL 2026 examination is structured into four main stages: 

Part I. SSC One-Time Registration (OTR)

Part II. Completing the Online Examination Application Form

Part III. Uploading Required Documentation

Part IV. Examination Fee Payment

Part 1. Register as a New User (One-Time Registration)

First-time applicants must click the "New User? Register Now" link on the homepage to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing the required personal details.

Particular	Details
Personal Information	Name Date of Birth Gender
Contact Details	Mobile Number Email ID
Educational Qualification	10th Roll Number Board Name Passing Year
Photo ID Details	Aadhar Card  Voter ID PAN Card Passport or any valid ID

Note: The SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) is a permanent profile valid for all future SSC examinations. 

Part 2. SSC CGL Online Form Filling

1. Return to the SSC website and log in using your Registration ID and Password. If already registered, use your existing credentials to log in.
2. Now click on “Apply” appearing on the right side of the homepage. After that, click on “Apply” in front of Combined Graduate Level Examination,2026.
3. A new page with url- https://ssc.gov.in/login appears on the screen. Candidates are required to log in with the provided Registration ID, date of birth and password to complete registration for SSC CGL 2026.
4. Click on submit button to submit your online application form for SSC CGL. It is advised that candidates verify their details before submitting the form. All the candidates will be issued a Registration ID for SSC CGL 2026 exam.

Part 3. Upload Documents

After registration, candidates must upload their photograph and signature in strict compliance with the Staff Selection Commission's technical specifications.

Photograph - The candidate's photograph must be taken against a plain white or light-colored background. Live photos must be captured according to the current guidelines. 

Signature - The signature must be written in black or blue ink on white paper. Scanned copies must be in JPG format, sized between 1 KB and 12 KB, with a resolution of 40x60 pixels.

Other required documents: Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.), Caste/Community Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC), Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates), and Discharge Certificate (for ex-servicemen).

NEW: Candidates are now required to capture a live photograph directly while filling out the application form. Please sit in front of the camera and follow all on-screen instructions precisely to capture your photo.

Part 4. Fee Submission 

1. Now the candidates are required to the application fee.
2. The fee is to be paid through online mode (Debit/Credit/Net Banking/Wallet, etc.).

Specifications in SSC CGL Online Application 2026

Applicants must strictly adhere to the photograph and signature specifications detailed in the table below during the upload process. 

Parameters	Size	Pixels
Photograph	20 KB to 50 KB	100*120
Signature	1 KB to 12 KB	40*60

Note: Ensure the signature is in black or blue ink on white paper, and the photograph is captured against a white or light-colored background.

Documents Required for SSC CGL Apply Online

To complete the SSC CGL application, ensure you have the following information and documents ready:

a) Active Mobile Number (for OTP verification)

b) Active Email ID (for OTP verification)

c) Aadhaar number. If unavailable, provide an alternative government-issued ID (original document verification will be required later).

1. Voter ID Card
2. PAN
3. Passport
4. Driving License
5. School/ College ID
6. Employer ID (Govt./ PSU/ Private)

d) Matriculation (10th) certificate details: Board Name, Roll Number, and Year of Passing.

e) Disability Certificate number (only for candidates with benchmark disabilities).

Important Points to Remember 

1. The application process is entirely online. No other mode of application will be accepted.
2. Email ID and mobile number should be kept active for any future correspondence. The authorities will communicate with candidates through Email and SMS.
3. Evidence for claims made by the candidate while applying online should be uploaded by the candidate at the time of registration itself. The same will be verified subsequently at the time of the Certificate Verification and Interview process
4. Candidates must fill out the complete form before the last date of online mode.
5. Save the Application and Acknowledgement documents for future reference.
6. Candidates should indicate their order of preferences at this stage. No requests for change in this connection shall be entertained.

SSC CGL Application Form Correction 2026

A specific window for correcting application errors will be provided. Note that correction fees are Rs. 200 for the first attempt and Rs. 500 for the second attempt. No changes will be permitted after the window closes. 

Fields eligible for correction in the SSC CGL Application Form include personal data and document updates.

1. Personal Details
2. Contact Details
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Exam Center Preferences
5. Post Preferences
6. Category
7. Uploaded Documents

Note: The Registration ID cannot be modified, as it is uniquely linked to your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile.